Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsNu Skin Enterprises Inc (NUS)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$85.49
+1.14%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $67.75B
NUS
Nu Skin Enterprises Inc
$7.29
+1.82%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $476.78M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 1206% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $1.56B). CL leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 7.0%. NUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. NUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CL
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
NUS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-279.8%
Fair Value
$22.51
Current Price
$85.49
$62.98 premium
Margin of Safety
+90.1%
Fair Value
$102.49
Current Price
$7.29
$95.20 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 103.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.1% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
7.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 15.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : NUS
The strongest argument for NUS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 147.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NUS
The primary concerns for NUS are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NUS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
CL is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NUS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 56/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Colgate-Palmolive Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Colgate-Palmolive Company is an American multinational consumer products company headquartered on Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It specializes in the production, distribution and provision of household, health care, personal care and veterinary products.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. develops and distributes wellness and personal care products globally. The company is headquartered in Provo, Utah.
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